Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has held discussions with the leadership of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) at her office, focusing on the Centre’s mandate and its expanding role in advancing peace, security, and inclusion.
During the meeting, the Vice President commended the Centre for its enduring contribution as a regional hub for peacekeeping training, research, and policy dialogue. She particularly acknowledged its strong emphasis on women, peace and security, youth mentorship, and institutional reform key pillars that continue to underpin national and regional stability.
She highlighted the shared responsibility required to sustain peace and ensure that institutions remain aligned with their core mandates. Emphasis was placed on strengthening early warning and mediation mechanisms, noting that timely and proactive interventions are critical to preventing the escalation of tensions.
The engagement also stressed the need to deepen women’s participation in peace processes, nurture youth leadership, and enhance institutional visibility. Discussions further explored the growing relevance of Artificial Intelligence in governance and security research, with a call for clarity, ethical standards, and responsible application.
The meeting reaffirmed the government’s commitment to inclusive peacebuilding, forward-looking security governance, and proactive conflict prevention in service to Ghana and the wider region.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Kwabena Nyarko Abronoma
